What's the best way to plant garlic if I need to move it later?
I'm planning to plant garlic in my raised bed, but my HOA informed me that due to upcoming construction, I will need to temporarily relocate it. They're not…
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Should I Leave Fallen Tomatoes in My Raised Bed Over Winter?
Hey everyone! This is my first year gardening, and I put together a raised bed with cherry tomatoes. They thrived during the hot summer, but now with all…
Fiber Optic Cable in My Future Landscaping Area – What Can I Do?
I recently found out that a fiber optic company, Midco, laid their cables in my yard while I was away, and now they're right where I wanted to…
What Cover Crops Work Best in Raised Beds for Zone 6a?
I'm looking to plant cover crops in my raised beds this fall and would love some guidance. I have 8 raised beds, each measuring 4x8 feet and standing…
How Can I Protect My School Garden from Deer?
I'm dealing with a significant deer problem in my school garden each year. I've tried a 7-foot high fence with deer netting, but the deer easily get past…
What Else Should I Add to My Raised Bed with Horse Manure and Wood Chips?
I'm planning to fill a 2-foot tall raised garden bed, and I've got access to free horse manure and a chip drop. I'm wondering if these two materials…
Is It Safe to Eat Tomatoes Grown in Soil with Plastic Contamination?
I'm new to gardening and have been trying to grow some tomatoes in my NYC backyard. The issue is that the soil has plastic fragments, some really old,…
What's the Best Way to Improve Sandy, Poor Quality Soil in My Garden?
I recently moved into a new place with a charming little front garden that I'd love to turn into a vibrant vegetable and flower patch. However, I'm really…
How Long Should I Wait Before Planting in Treated Soil?
I recently moved into a house with a lawn that had been heavily treated with chemicals, and I've noticed there are no natural plants like clover or violets…
How Can I Keep Birds from Pecking My New Oak Sleepers?
I just invested a lot in some oak sleepers for my raised flower beds, but it seems like the birds are really drawn to them. My garden's not…
How to Make My New Garden Beautiful This Winter?
Hey everyone! I've just relocated to a new house and started settling in. I've got two small raised flower beds in an L shape in my garden, measuring…
Can I Use My Raised Garden Bed for Composting This Winter?
I have a raised garden bed that's just sitting unused until spring. I'm wondering if I can turn it into a compost bed for the winter. I'm located…
Is It Too Late to Grow Pumpkins in My Raised Beds?
I'm getting ready to clear out my squash and zucchini from my two 4x10 raised beds since they're starting to crowd my other summer plants. I was thinking…
What Are Some Practical Uses for Landscape Fabric?
I've heard mixed reviews about landscape fabric, especially when it comes to its effectiveness as a weed barrier. Some people claim it's useless, while others see potential in…
Did I Overwater My Tomatoes?
I accidentally left my soaker hose running for 24 hours! My tomatoes are planted in raised beds that are about 2 feet tall. The area surrounding the beds…
What Should I Know About Transitioning from Container to In-Ground Gardening?
I've just started my own garden this year, and I'm loving every minute of it! I've been growing everything in containers since I'm limited on space, but I…
How Can I Build a Safe Large Raised Bed Garden?
Hey everyone! I'm in a bit of a tough spot with my garden because my house sits on land that was previously contaminated with PFOAs, a cancer-causing chemical.…
Where Should I Start with Raised Garden Beds?
Hey everyone! I'm a first-time gardener and really excited to start my journey with tomatoes and summer squash here in California. I'm wondering if I should buy a…
How Can I Keep My Onions Upright Without Buying Expensive Supports?
I've been growing over 50 onions in my raised bed, and they're looking healthy. However, I'm concerned about the foliage flopping over and touching the soil. I thought…
Why Should I Use Branches in My Garden Bed?
I was watching a video about building garden beds, and they mentioned filling the bottom with cut-up branches before adding soil. I'm curious about the advantages of doing…